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G12 DGW

1999 Suzuki Gsf 1200 X

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

68,362 mi
Last recorded68,362 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2024
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Gsf 1200 X23,140 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG12 DGW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 X
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2024 68,362 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2024 68,333 miles

Front All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 65,267 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2023 65,256 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 66,007 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 61,305 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 29 Mar 2021 61,240 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 59,269 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 56,629 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 54,307 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 51,403 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 51,403 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 50,138 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 48,429 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 48,429 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 May 2012 46,120 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 46,120 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 May 2011 43,726 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 43,726 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 42,254 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 38,883 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2005 31,054 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 1200 X?

Based on 909 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

88.6%
Pass Rate
621
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 4
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G12 DGW is a 1999 Suzuki Gsf 1200 X in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki Gsf 1200 X models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 23,140 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsf 1200 X fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G12 DGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 1200 X typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 1200 X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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G12 DGW is a 1999 Suzuki Gsf 1200 X, first registered on 1 January 1999.

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